2003 Honda Z vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 328 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Z (61 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
